Places And Travel
2026's 10 Most Scenic Victoria Towns
2026's 10 Most Scenic Victoria Towns. See autumn poplars in Bright, shearwaters on Port Fairy's Griffiths Island, and kangaroos grazing at dusk in Halls Gap.
The Largest Working Observatory In The United States
W.M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaii, runs twin 10-meter telescopes whose adaptive optics beat Hubble on near-infrared detail, and is open to visitors.
The National Forests Where Caribou Still Range
Alaska's Chugach National Forest holds the small Kenai Mountains caribou herd, while forests in Idaho, Washington, and Montana mark the species' former range.
The Best Small Town In Northern California For Seniors
Rio Vista draws retirees with below-median home prices, the Trilogy 55+ community, a walkable Main Street, and a quiet Sacramento River waterfront.
6 Underrated Oregon Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
Six underrated Oregon towns worth a trip in 2026, from Warrenton's shipwreck beach and Manzanita's surf to Newberg wineries, The Dalles, Sisters, and Ashland.
Why Baby Copperheads Show Up In Fall
Baby copperheads are born with a bright yellow tail they wiggle like a caterpillar to lure lizards. Why they appear in autumn, and why they are not more dangerous.
The Towns In North Carolina Where Retirees Are Moving To
North Carolina retirement towns, from Cary and Southport to Asheville and Pinehurst, draw older movers for hospitals, walkable centers, and family access.
9 Most Beautiful College Towns In The United States
Nine of America's most scenic college towns, from San Luis Obispo to Durango, pair striking campuses with mountains, lakes, and historic downtowns.
How Long It Takes A Giant Sequoia To Grow
Giant sequoias grow only on the western slopes of California's Sierra Nevada, depend on fire to reproduce, and include the General Sherman Tree.
The Counties That Border The Most States
Counties vary widely in size and shape, as their borders can be dictated by anything from geographic boundaries to purely arbitrary distinctions.
These 10 Towns In Illinois Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
Discover these Illinois towns that were voted US favorites in 2026, featuring riverfront attractions, local festivals, and more.
The Towns In Tennessee Where Retirees Are Moving To
Data show Tennessee seniors moving to Signal Mountain, Fairfield Glade, Dunlap, and Fairview, with Williamson and Sequatchie counties growing fastest.
The Most Densely Populated County In The United States
New York County, New York, packs over 1.69 million residents into 22.7 square miles of land, outranking every other US county for population density.
Why Live Oaks Grow Along The Southern Coast
Live oaks hold a narrow band from Virginia to central Texas, where mild winters, salt tolerance and a low wind-shedding canopy grow where few oaks can.
2026's 11 Best Small Towns To Visit In The Great Lakes
These small towns take advantage of their lakefront with activities like cruising around the lakes or chartering a fishing boat from Grand Haven.
7 Best Cities To Retire In Quebec
These cities in Quebec offer culture, healthcare, and outdoor recreation from the St. Lawrence to the Townships to ensure your next chapter is your best.
8 Ideal Mississippi Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Discover more about the ideal three-day weekend in Mississippi in 2026, featuring the birthplace of Elvis Presley, a Historic Inn & Gardens, and more.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Ohio
Across Ohio, typical home values stay under $251,502 in towns from Conneaut on Lake Erie to Pomeroy on the Ohio River, where the median dips below $100,000.
The Best Towns to Retire In Louisiana Near a State Park
In these Louisiana towns, state parks become part of retirement, with scenic trails, fishing waters, and everyday essentials close to home.
7 Upstate New York Towns Where Time Stands Still
7 Upstate New York Towns Where Time Stands Still. Walk the Glens Falls towpath, ride a 1924 tour boat in Hammondsport, and watch glassblowers in Corning.
8 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Switzerland
Swiss towns, from Sion in Valais to Caslano on Lake Lugano, where retirees find weekly markets, senior programs, lakeside walks, and easy rail links.
11 Of The Friendliest Towns In Northern Ireland
Lantern-lit forest walks in Newry, a salmon and whiskey festival in Bushmills, eleven Northern Ireland towns that welcome strangers.
9 Ideal New South Wales Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
No matter what kind of change of pace you need, you’ll find it in these 9 ideal New South Wales destinations for a three-day weekend.
8 Pacific Coast Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
These Pacific Coast small towns have an unmatched friendliness found in their local communities, including Cannon Beach, Friday Harbor, and more.
The Towns In California Where Retirees Are Moving To
The Towns In California Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To sit in foothill, valley, and desert counties beside the big metros, as seniors move outward.
What It Would Take To Visit Every State Park In One State
Visiting every state park across an entire state can range from a weeklong task to a months-long odyssey. New York, for example, has 180 state parks.
11 Best Rockies Towns For Retirees
Discover 11 Rocky Mountain towns ideal for retirees, offering affordability, healthcare access, community charm, and stunning natural beauty.
8 Best Towns In The Northern United States To Retire Comfortably
The Northern United States is a great spot for retiring comfortably, featuring affordable home prices and access to great local medical care.
The Only National Park With A Commercial Airport Inside It
Jackson Hole Airport sits on 533 acres inside Grand Teton National Park, the only commercial airport in a US national park. Its lease runs to 2053.
The Most Remote State Park East Of The Mississippi
The Most Remote State Park East Of The Mississippi is Baxter State Park in Maine, where Katahdin marks the end of the Appalachian Trail's wildest stretch.
9 Most Hospitable Towns On The Atlantic Coast
Pack your bags, fill the tank with gas, and set off for an Atlantic Coast getaway. These nine towns are ready to welcome your visit at any time of the year.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Arizona
Seven Arizona towns on creeks, rivers, and lakes, from St. Johns to Fredonia, where typical home values ran 15% to 42% under the state figure in June 2026.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in The Poconos
8 Great Road Trips to Take in The Poconos. Drive US 209 past Bushkill Falls, take PA 903 into historic Jim Thorpe, and stop at Hickory Run's Boulder Field.
9 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In South Carolina
These 9 South Carolina small towns, including Beaufort, Landrum, and McClellanville, pair walkable historic downtowns with shrimp boats and mountain views.
The Most Populous County In America
In America, counties can vary quite drastically by size. Some are relatively small, while others can be larger and more populous than some states.
9 Most Breathtaking Towns In Alabama
From DeSoto Falls to a crater five miles wide, these nine breathtaking Alabama towns each hide the story behind their most photographed view.
2026's Best Small Towns To Visit On The Chesapeake Bay
Oyster-shell downtowns, a cannonball in a wall, streets named for fruit. Twelve Chesapeake towns, each famous for one detail nobody nearby can copy.
The Highest Road In America That Closes Every Winter
Colorado's Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway tops out at 14,130 feet, the highest paved road in America, and shuts every winter from Labor Day to late May.
Why Black Bears Get More Dangerous In Fall
One backyard birdfeeder holds roughly 20,000 calories, which is a black bear’s entire daily target in autumn. Why fall is the dangerous season, and what actually fixes it
9 Most Neighborly Towns In The Finger Lakes
9 Most Neighborly Towns In The Finger Lakes. Stroll Pulteney Square in Hammondsport, cruise Skaneateles Lake, and join locals at the Naples Grape Festival.